Table 3

Skeletal distribution classified based on the shape of the bones in the two age groups

Type of bonesNo<25 years≥25 years
Long tubular bones19614848
 Femur1208436
 Humerus37307
 Tibia34304
 Ulna101
 Fibula110
 Phalanges of fingers220
 Metacarpal110
Short bones (tarsal bones and carpal bones)683335
 Calcaneus311615
 Talus301317
 Navicular211
 Cuboid110
 Capitate321
 Scaphoid101
Sesamoid bones (patella)251510
Flat bones and irregular bones1899
 Rib211
 Scapula101
 Pelvis734
 Temporal bone101
 Vertebra422
 Mandible110
 Occipital110
 Base of skull110
Total307205102